"I started photographing my domestic world and writing not just about what I had made,
but why I made it, examining the thoughts that accompany creativity and the act of making."
Jane Brocket from The Gentle Art of Domesticity p. 189 UK edition

Thursday, January 19, 2017

Five On Friday: Melt Down!

On the pond, my youngest son Tim saw this Feathered Friend,

and in the pond he saw this Furry Friend,

before an icy rain formed icicles on the tips of the Camellia bush leaves,

and snow and ice turned to slush,

and the roadways cleared so now while driving we play dodge the potholes!

Are you playing Dodge the Potholes while driving where you live?

While driving on icy roads Sunday I had a flat tire and ended up with four new all weather tires on the car Monday...an advantage for playing dodge the potholes...I hope :)

Thanks for the Five on Friday link, Amy.  I am off to find out what other Fives folks are posting!  Happy Weekend!

Gracie xx



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  1. BetsyJanuary 19, 2017 at 11:11 PM

    I'm so glad you're having a respite from the weather and some melting. We had a little melting too, but had to cancel Bible study tonight because our driveway is still covered with ice...even after several hours of scraping with the ice breaker, (by Dennis, not me). We didn't want anyone else to fall. More snow predicted this weekend. Your photos show how treacherous it was over there. I'm glad you're safe and happy. Be careful out there my friend.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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  2. Coastal RipplesJanuary 20, 2017 at 1:06 AM

    The aftermath of snow is not always the best. Glad you've got some better tyres mow. Lovely photos on the icy pond. Keep cosy this weekend. B x

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  3. Crimson KettleJanuary 20, 2017 at 1:11 AM

    It still looks pretty even though you are in the slushy stage. It's getting lighter in the evenings now thank goodness. Enjoy your weekend.

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  4. mamasmercantileJanuary 20, 2017 at 2:37 AM

    Loved seeing the wildlife. Sorry to hear about your tyres, the snow really does cause havoc even the aftermath the pot holes can be an issue. Take care.

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  5. Bee LadyJanuary 20, 2017 at 5:09 AM

    We had a meltdown too and our woods is getting flooded across the road. Too much rain now. But I'll take the rain over the snow any day! I haven't been out much. Trying to fight off a sinus infection or cold or something. But I'm sure the potholes are out there, they always are!

    Cindy

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  6. SnapJanuary 20, 2017 at 5:26 AM

    We dodge potholes all year long. Ugh. Poor little bird out in the cold. Stay warm and enjoy those new tires! Have a lovely weekend.

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  7. The History AnorakJanuary 20, 2017 at 5:59 AM

    Oh slushy!
    We seem to dodge potholes every day here - even if it hasn't frozen before.

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  8. RosieJanuary 20, 2017 at 7:08 AM

    We cluncked over a pothole just this morning, it's good to have weather tyres in such awful conditions the worst thing is when the slush freezes:)

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  9. SharonJanuary 20, 2017 at 7:18 AM

    Lovely photos. The potholes here are terrible but then in general the roads are really bad. I didn't know bad roads until I moved to Michigan lol. Even the potholes have potholes!

    Happy Five on Friday

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  10. Grandmabeckyl.blogspotJanuary 20, 2017 at 8:25 AM

    Glad you're through all the frozen white stuff! We have alot of potholes and they're getting worse thru town. We're still waiting for our furnace part and hopefully today. Bought another good heater yesterday and it helped. Thanks for sharing the thaw!!

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  11. Mac n' JanetJanuary 20, 2017 at 10:59 AM

    Still nice and warm here, but rain is on its way for the weekend. Always enjoy wintery pictures, but not in person.

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  12. Amy at love made my homeJanuary 20, 2017 at 11:20 AM

    Oh my, that does look cold!! Very cold!! How horrid about your tyres, that is not fun at all, I hope that the new ones give you the advantage with the potholes, they are no fun either are they. There was a large one just up the road from us, thankfully it was filled in quickly, but I didn't enjoy going round it for a few days. Hope you don't have to dodge too many for too long. Stay warm!

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  13. AnneJanuary 20, 2017 at 11:40 AM

    Hello Gracie. We've not had snowy, icy weather - some frosts, a flurry of snow but nothing really. However I live on an unmade road and we are always dodging potholes :-) Take cre out there. Hugs Anne x

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  14. Little Wandering WrenJanuary 20, 2017 at 2:55 PM

    Brrrrr that does look chilly, Gracie and not good timing for a flat tyre. Although four new tyres should see you shipshape and good to go for a while!
    Keep warm this weekend.
    Wren x

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  15. kathy bJanuary 20, 2017 at 3:07 PM

    Gracie, Im glad the flat didnt harm you ! We have had such gloomy fog . Im so happy at sunset when its just nice and dark and I dont have to look out at the dismal.

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  16. krishnaJanuary 20, 2017 at 4:30 PM

    Beautiful pictures.. we don't get any snow here, but it has been raining since last week..

    Please visit: http://from-a-girls-mind.blogspot.com

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  17. Teresa KasnerJanuary 20, 2017 at 5:10 PM

    I'm so glad we finally got to swim together again today! I enjoyed your post full of photos.. especially the beaver in your pond!! That's really cool! I hope you have a great weekend and we'll see you monday if all goes well. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  18. LorrieJanuary 20, 2017 at 9:01 PM

    The beaver and bird on/in the pond are wonderful sights. Yes, melting snow can be a real mess for awhile. Hope it ends soon.

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  19. At Rivercrest CottageJanuary 20, 2017 at 9:16 PM

    Oh dear! Those potholes must be something, but all's well that ends well.

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  20. Linda aka Crafty GardenerJanuary 21, 2017 at 6:02 AM

    We've been having mild January weather too. Good sighting of the beaver. Have a good day.

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  21. AnnieOBTextilesJanuary 21, 2017 at 6:14 AM

    I hope your weather warms enough to get rid of the slush. It always looks and feels so depressing when the snow is on its way out. Take care and have a good week.

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  22. Stitchy Mc Floss January 22, 2017 at 11:27 AM

    Oh goodness, I do hope your weather issues get much better. :) I so love that sweet little bird in the picture. Pool little guy looks so cold as he is trying to soak up the warmth of that narrow ray of sunlight in all the shadows. Great picture! What's on your knitting needles and crochet hook lately? Wishing you a lovely day. :)

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  23. Mrs TiggywinkleJanuary 23, 2017 at 3:07 PM

    No icy roads here in Shropshire Gracie, just endless grey skies, mist and drizzle. At least it's not too cold - but I would love a bit of snow! x

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  24. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2017 at 6:20 PM

    Loved your bird and beaver photos!! No beaver sightings here this last week, but lots and lots of birds-including a flock of geese flying overhead. Have a great week Gracie and thanks for sharing 😄
    Blessings,
    Aimee

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  25. Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieJanuary 26, 2017 at 12:45 AM

    It does look icy and cold, Gracie, and I do hope you are getting a reprieve this week. Wonderful to see the little bird and beaver on the icy pond. I've never seen a beaver in the wild - such a thrill. Glad you have some good tires to get you through the winter. You've been hit hard this year, it seems. Thank you for your lovely visit, it's always so nice when you stop by for a 'chat'. Sending hugs and blessings your way. xx Karen

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  26. Helen PhilippsJanuary 26, 2017 at 12:16 PM

    Your pictures do look very cold...and it always seems a shame when the lovely white snow turns to slush! I'm glad you were safe and have now got new tyres Gracie. Keep cosy and have a lovely weekend.
    Helen xox

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  27. Down by the seaJanuary 26, 2017 at 12:24 PM

    How wonderful to see the wildlife especially the beaver! Glad you have better tyres to avoid those pot holes. Sarah x

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